Emergency Situations Vocabulary

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an unexpected event that results in damage or injury

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accident

Front

a rapid oxidation process that produces heat and light

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fire

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a sudden and violent release of energy causing a shockwave

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explosion

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a disturbance in the atmosphere resulting in severe weather

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storm

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a sudden shaking of the ground caused by tectonic movements

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earthquake

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an overflow of water that submerges land

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flood

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a serious, unexpected situation requiring immediate action

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emergency

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a vehicle equipped for transporting the sick or injured

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ambulance

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hurt or wounded

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injured

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to save someone from a dangerous situation

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rescue